Higher ed researcher’s book asks: ‘Who needs college anymore?’
A higher education researcher has a new book out that explores trends in higher education and how colleges and policymakers can adapt to a changing economy. Read more
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Some colleges could lose approval to enroll international students
Colleges that are too “pro-Hamas” could be blocked from enrolling international students, the Trump administration warns. Read more
These 2 colleges avoided closings in March by merger, acquisition
With college closings expected to uptick over the next five years due to the demographic cliff, two small regional colleges avoided shutting their doors by merging with larger institutions. Read more
‘Degree flexibility needed’ as half of graduates regret choices
Call to make UK student transfers easier as report finds lack of career options central reason behind post-university remorse Read more
‘My child was abused’: Trump administration targets Maine, California for hiding gender transitions from parents
The U.S. Department of Education recently launched investigations into Maine and California over concerns that public schools in those states violate the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA, by withholding information from parents regarding their children’s gender transitions. Read more
How an Accreditation War Could Start
Here’s what to expect from Linda McMahon in the next 90 days. Read more
Without warning, Harvard and Princeton are facing big funding threats
The Trump administration continues its mission to punish higher education institutions it deems in violation of recent orders against anti-Semitism, affirmative action and support for undocumented students. Read more
Most universities still use online exams despite cheating fears
Seven in 10 institutions allow students to take remote tests unsupervised, casting doubt on ‘validity’ of degrees, study finds Read more
Experts react to Trump cutting nonprofits that aid immigration from loan forgiveness
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order that tightens the eligibility criteria for recipients of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Read more
No need to apply: Cal State is automatically admitting high school students with good grades
More than 17,400 high school seniors last fall got the sweetest news any anxious student can get: Congratulations, because of your high school GPA, you’re automatically admitted to one of 10 California State University campuses of your choice—and they’re all relatively affordable. Read more
